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Nacivent is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Nacivent depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Nacivent is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Nacivent safe for pregnant women?
Nacivent can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Nacivent safe during breastfeeding?
Nacivent should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Nacivent on the Kidneys?
Nacivent may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nacivent on the Liver?
Nacivent may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nacivent on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Nacivent on the heart have been reported.
Nacivent should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nacivent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nacivent habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nacivent has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Nacivent
There is no information on the effects of taking Nacivent with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nacivent
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Nacivent.
For excessive mucus, Nacivent has to be taken once in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer. For paracetamol poisoning only given under medical supervision.
Nacivent is a brand name of acetylcysteine and it comes in the form of tablet and injection. It is a prescription drug which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases.
Yes, Nacivent may cause nausea and vomiting, this occurs in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this drug. For relief from nausea and vomiting try to take lime water, avoid eating spicy food even after that it persists or becomes severe then discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Nacivent causes drowsiness. It is a common side effect of this medicine. However, the exact cause of drowsiness is not known.
No, Nacivent is not a steroid. It contains acetylcysteine which is used as an antidote for the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver toxicity. It is also used as a mucolytic agent to provide relief from excessive mucus in respiratory diseases.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cetylev(acetylcysteine)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 104-106
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
